3 major universities in Kashmir have ended their partnerships with the US-based organisation Kashmir Care Foundation after internal reviews raised concerns.
The institutions — University of Kashmir, Islamic University of Science and Technology, and Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir — cancelled their agreements in recent weeks with immediate effect. Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel
Official Decisions by Universities
Each university took its own action after reviewing the collaboration:
- University of Kashmir (KU):
The university cancelled its agreement, which had been signed in December 2025. Officials said the partnership was “not in the larger interest” of the institution. The administration also confirmed there are no financial or academic liabilities. - Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST):
IUST used exit clauses in its agreement to end the collaboration. Some teachers linked to the project reportedly asked to have their names removed and stopped all communication with the foundation. - SKUAST-K:
The agricultural university cancelled its agreement signed in April 2025 through an official order issued in March 2026.
About the Foundation and Agreements
The Kashmir Care Foundation (KCF), based in the United States, was set up to support Kashmiri youth through education and skill-building programmes. It focused on areas like research, workshops, and global academic networking.
In 2025, agreements were signed with these universities to promote joint academic activities in different fields, including science, humanities, and agriculture.
Why Were the Ties Cancelled?
The official letters mention “adverse inputs” during internal reviews, but do not give specific details.
Sources suggest that the decisions were taken as a precaution, possibly linked to security concerns. However, no public evidence of wrongdoing has been shared.
Other Developments
There are also reports that some students or interns linked to the foundation may face background checks by authorities. So far, no official confirmation of any violations has been made.
The universities have clearly stated that ending these agreements does not create any ongoing obligations for either side.
Growing Caution Over Foreign Links
This development shows increasing caution among institutions in Jammu and Kashmir when dealing with foreign organisations. Due to the region’s sensitive environment, such collaborations are closely examined.
So far, the Kashmir Care Foundation has not released any official statement on the issue.
More details may come out in the coming days as authorities or institutions provide further clarification.
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